I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 181 Self-created S-rank technique: Shadow Invisibility!

"S-rank Wood Release technique: Wood Dragon Technique?"

Nara Rinka's eyes lit up as he looked at the contents of the secret scrolls on the panel.

"I originally planned to try and obtain a B-rank Wood Release ninjutsu from White Zetsu, but instead I got a B-rank Sage Mode [Planting Technique]."

"Now I've finally acquired a proper Wood Release ninjutsu, and it's even S-rank!"

"It's a pity that this is just a simple technique formula, not a Wood Release chakra mode, otherwise I could have used Wood Release ninjutsu directly..."

Nara Rinka clearly knew that Wood Release was a bloodline limit formed by the combination of Water Release and Earth Release chakra natures.

Having possessed all six chakra natures—Yin, Yang, Water, Fire, Wind, and Earth—he was theoretically qualified to use Wood Release!

After all, no matter how you trace it back to the source, no matter how unreasonable it may seem.

In the future, Yamato, who fused with Hashirama's cells, did indeed use the properties of "water and earth" to fuse together and thus unleash the Wood Release bloodline limit.

"Let me see what's so special about Big Pillar's [Wood Dragon Technique]!"

Nara Rinka closed his eyes, immersing his mind in the contents of the scroll containing the [Wooden Dragon Technique].

The [Spell Effect] on the panel is only a summary of the overall effect of [Wood Dragon Technique]. Much more content is hidden in the scroll content of [Wood Dragon Technique] and will not be mentioned directly.

"Activation methods to promote the rapid growth of one's own cells and plant cells..."

"Management of the wooden dragon's dragon-shaped transformation..."

Found it! The hidden key to the [Wood Dragon Technique]!

Nara Rinka found a description at the end of the scroll of techniques:

Wood Release can add additional jutsu effects inside the wood by using a special organizational system within the "trees" it creates, much like manipulating a ninja's chakra pathways.

Considering the stability of bloodline limits, it is best if such additional techniques are non-elemental ninjutsu.

simply put.

The Wood Dragon Technique, including other forms of Wood Release, can be amplified by internally imbuing it with a non-elemental ninjutsu!

"The best way to achieve this internal amplification... isn't it through sealing techniques?"

"The Wood Release: Overlapping Sealing Technique—the Great Pillar does indeed have similar techniques, such as that... well... Kouan Entering the Gate with Descending Hands, and Myōjinmon, all of which are Wood Release techniques that can be used to suppress Tailed Beasts."

"Furthermore, the Great Pillar does indeed possess the objective conditions to enhance sealing techniques within Wood Release. Wasn't his wife, Mito Uzumaki, the master of sealing techniques from the Uzumaki clan?"

Nara Rinka fell into deep thought.

"Could it be that the reason the Great Pillar's Wood Release technique is so special is because he added a sealing jutsu to it?"

Hashirama Senju has been dead for several decades.

Nara Rinka is now unable to find the other party and is asking for their guidance.

He could only speculate about the Great Pillar's Wood Release based on the information he already possessed.

Based on current understanding, the fusion of Wood Release and Sealing Techniques is probably the source of the Great Pillar's special abilities...

"Although I lack the skill to use Wood Release, I also cannot use the [Wood Dragon Technique]."

Nara Rinka took a deep breath, and inspiration flowed freely in his mind like a spring.

"But I might be able to use this method of adding sealing techniques to Wood Release!"

The Wood Release: Overlapping Sealing Technique relies on the unique ecological structure of trees, that is, the organizational system of trees.

The "shadow" of Nara Rangsei does not possess any "cellular tissue" or "meridian system".

However, this does not mean that he cannot add a chakra circulation structure similar to the meridian system to the "shadow"!

Yin Dun (陰遁) creates form from nothingness.

Nara Rinka can create a special "conduit" within the shadows to supply the flow and transport of chakra, thereby giving the shadows an additional amplification effect!

Since the [Wood Dragon Technique] can be combined with attribute-less sealing techniques.

So why can't the [Shadow Creatures] be combined with attribute-less sealing techniques?

Not to mention that Nara Rinka has a deep understanding of the human nervous system and also has a comprehensive model of his own chakra meridian system.

Once he successfully combines the Shadow Technique and the Sealing Technique.

Therefore, the [Shadow Technique] might one day possess a special suppression effect similar to Wood Release, targeting tailed beasts or chakra!

Moreover, a similar "combination experiment" is underway in Nara.

"Speaking of the fusion of [Shadow Technique] and non-elemental ninjutsu... isn't this just [Shadow Invisibility Technique]?"

Nara Rinka was already working on further upgrades to the [Shadow Concealment Technique].

This is where the key inspiration came from the spell scroll of the [Wood Dragon Technique].

This made him eager to continue advancing the experimental progress of what was likely his own creation, the first S-rank [Shadow Secret Technique].

[Lacquer Eyes]!

A dark glint appeared in Nara Rinka's eyes, and his shadow flowed down from the bed like a black waterfall, quickly gathering into a puddle on the floor of the room.

Yin Release chakra flowed out continuously, and the black shadow continued to slide downwards, infiltrating the research base beneath the ground.

Numerous shadow clones emerged from the shadows and began their daily research work.

Meanwhile, Nara Rinka himself, holding the fragrant and soft Yakushi Nonou, continued to take a nap.

Time slips away, bit by bit.

Yakushi Nonou opened her dazed eyes.

The bespectacled nun stared at the unfamiliar ceiling, her mind still reeling from the explosive fireworks of the previous night.

Master Nara clearly caught the rustling sounds around him and began his daily routine.

"Nonou-nee-nee".

Nara embraced Yakushi Nonou and gently kissed the ends of her damp hair.

"How about we live here from now on?"

"The Kikyo Orphanage is too small, making it inconvenient for actual combat, and we always have to worry about the children around there."

"No!"

Yakushi Nonou pulled the thin blanket over herself and hurriedly got out of bed to wash up.

"I hadn't realized it until you said it, but it's already very late! I need to get back to the orphanage as soon as possible."

Nara Ranka followed Yakushi Nonou silently into the washroom.

"Nonou-neechan, let's shower together."

After Nara Rinka and Yakushi Nonou finished their antics and had breakfast, they returned to Kikyo Orphanage.

The sun was already high in the sky.

Yakushi Nonou, dragging her two thin legs that were softer than noodles, pretended to be nonchalant as she slowly walked into the Kikyo Orphanage.

The bespectacled nun was worried that her unusual behavior might attract the attention of the children at the Kikyo Orphanage.

But it's obvious that compared to the dean, whom you see every day...

Nara Ranka, who returned with the dean, was the one the children surrounded and focused on.

"Nara-nii is here!"

"Nara-nii, did you really defeat the Tsuchikage of Iwagakure?"

"Nara-nii, when will you become Konoha's number one ninja? Is it today?"

The impressive record of the Dark Shadow has, after a period of preparation, spread throughout Konoha Village.

Kikyo Castle, the "base camp" of the Nara clan, is already more famous than the current clan leader, Nara Shikaku.

Nara Ranke casually distributed some candies and snacks he had bought along the way to the children at the Kikyō Orphanage, and showed no intention of answering the boys' questions.

Once all the kids who were watching the commotion had left.

Nara Rinka finally found some free time.

While he was dealing with the children, Yakushi Nonou also found a chair and sat down.

At her feet, a lively little golden retriever was lying on the ground, crawling around the chair.

"This little guy?"

Nara Ranka walked over slowly, looking curiously at the "little golden retriever" lying on the ground.

"Is it Chino?"

"I!"

Chino seemed to have a good memory of her own name, and upon hearing Nara Rinka's words, she immediately responded.

But then she grabbed Yakushi Nonou's trouser leg and tried to climb up, seemingly out of shyness.

"Chino can say a lot now."

Pharmacist Nono bent down, picked up Chino, and placed the child on her lap.

"Isn't that right, Chino-chan?"

"Mother."

Chino giggled, and after calling out Yakushi Nonou's name, she turned to look at Nara Ranka and quickly called out again.

"elder brother!"

After saying this, Chino turned her head away and buried her little head in Yakushi Nonou's chest.

"A very well-behaved and beautiful child."

Nara Ranka casually pulled up a stool and sat down next to Yakushi Nonou.

Although he still has a lot of things to deal with.

However, right now, being by the side of Pharmacist Nonou and listening to her chat about everyday things is a very nice mental experience.

As if sharing a telepathic connection with Nara Rinka, Yakushi Nonou began to ramble on about the changes that had taken place at the Kikyo Orphanage recently.

What do you mean by "during wartime, the number of children in orphanages increased"?

The fried chicken shop is doing as well as ever, and the orphanage is considering expansion.

What? "Kabuto Yakushi has already mastered the Palm Healing Technique, and occasionally he even accompanies her to treat patients..."

Although they are all just everyday trivial matters.

But Nara Rinka listened with great interest.

The tension that had been building up since heading to the battlefield eased as they chatted casually.

If it weren't for her size, Nara Ranke would have wanted to nestle in Yakushi Nonou's arms and listen to stories, just like Chino.

Nara Rinkei had no intention of interfering in many matters at the Kikyo Orphanage.

But when you hear the name Yakushi Kabuto.

Nara Rinka couldn't help but chime in on the conversation.

"Nonou-nee, how's Kabuto doing lately?"

"Dou, he's probably the most obedient and sensible child in the orphanage."

As soon as Yakushi Nonou uttered those words, Chino in her arms couldn't help but let out a hum, prompting the former to quickly soothe her.

"Chino-chan is very obedient and well-behaved."

Said Cao Cao, Cao Cao.

Yakushi Nono is trying to appease the jealous Chino.

Kabuto Yakushi walked over from the direction of the kitchen at the Kikyo Orphanage.

"Dean, the fried chicken is all marinated today—"

Before he could finish speaking, Kabuto suddenly saw Nara Ranke sitting next to Yakushi Nonou, and a big smile immediately appeared on his face.

"Nara-nii, you're back!"

This time, it was Yakushi Nonou's turn to be jealous.

"It's this child who, even while living in an orphanage, always thought of you."

"Nonou-nee, how come you're just like Chino?"

Nara Rinka chuckled and teased, immediately receiving a double eye roll from both the big and small ones.

"cough."

Nara Rinka cleared her throat and looked at Yakushi Kabuto as if nothing had happened.

"Dou has grown taller and looks more energetic."

"Nara-nii-san."

Yakushi Kabuto took three steps at a time and jogged up to the two of them.

"When did you get back?"

"I got home very late last night."

Nara Rinka raised her hand and patted Yakushi Kabuto's head.

"I can tell you've been practicing the ninjutsu I taught you very diligently."

Nara Rinka clearly observed that Yakushi Kabuto's breathing rate had become consistent with the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique].

In other words.

Over the past few months, Kabuto Yakushi has successfully integrated the breathing frequency of the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique] into his daily life.

Kabuto Yakushi's talent in Sage Mode is indeed remarkable!

"Um!"

The pharmacist nodded earnestly.

"The ninjutsu that Nara-nii taught me is amazing. I feel like I have inexhaustible energy every day, so I can better help the headmaster."

"Just as Nono-nee-san said, Kabuto."

Nara Rinka rummaged through his ninja tool bag and took out a pair of sunglasses.

"Although these are just ordinary tactical glasses, they have accompanied me in battles against many enemies. Now, I'm handing these sunglasses over to you."

Yakushi Kabuto hasn't answered yet.

Yakushi Nonou patted Nara Rinka lightly, both amused and exasperated.

"Is this how you give gifts? Lan Gui, Dou's eyes are nearsighted."

Sending you sunglasses for nearsightedness...

Even Yakushi Nono didn't know how to evaluate Nara Ranke's actions.

"Thank you, Nara-nii."

Kabuto Yakushi solemnly accepted the sunglasses; he didn't seem to care much about whether or not he was wearing them.

"I will definitely become a ninja as excellent as Nara-nii someday!"

Nara Rinka spent most of the morning at the Kikyo Orphanage.

A memory originating from the [Shadow Clone] flooded his mind.

Several new message notifications then popped up on the panel.

[S-Rank Technique: Shadow Concealment]

[Technique Description: A profound-level Yin Release stealth ninjutsu created based on [Shadow Secret Technique], [Camouflage Concealment], and [Planting Technique]. It requires no hand seals and can be activated instantly with a thought.]

[Technique Effect: Creates a biomimetic water molecule film using Yin Release chakra, absorbing the natural energy from the atmosphere and earth into the biomimetic water molecule film, sealing off and cutting off all one's aura, and making the whole body transparent.]

Neither visual observation nor chakra perception could detect their presence.

[Spell Evaluation: I came with the shadow, and I go with the shadow.]

[You have developed an S-rank technique, the Shadow Concealment Technique, which will enhance your Ninjutsu and Wisdom attributes!]

Speculation about [Wood Release + Sealing Technique].

This is the book's "secondary setting".

Because the Great Pillar's Wood Release is so unique, even with the blessing of his "Chatonra", there's no reason why he could be that strong.

To make the novel logically coherent, Ashin had to find a way to fill in the gaps himself...

To be honest.

Ashin didn't think that Dazhuzi's [Wood Release] was really some kind of [Bloodline Limit].

Although there is a bloodline limit technique called [Divine Tree World Advent]...

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In addition, the previous chapter's addition of the [Wisdom] attribute has been completed.

Second update.

Third update, after 10 PM?

(End of this chapter)